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Safe cities

Striking the balance between security and aesthetics in public spaces

June 22, 2021

New research from has highlighted that security measures should try and complement the aesthetic appeal of public spaces. Read More

Manchester Arena Inquiry

“The security industry is a profession, not a minimum wage job” – BSIA responds to Manchester Arena Inquiry report

June 21, 2021

The British Security Industry Association responds to conclusions that there "missed opportunities" to identify the security threat.  Read More

IFSEC Interviews

“Easy integration between access control software and entrance systems is a necessity” – Vistec Systems on biometrics trends and partnering with Suprema

June 21, 2021

Vistec Systems gives an exclusive insight into its recent access control integration projects and why it views Suprema as a key partner. Read More

Fire safety in buildings

Four years on from Grenfell: Where next for fire safety in tall buildings?

June 21, 2021

Gerry Dunphy, Event Director at FIREX International, offers a perspective on the impact the disaster has had on the fire safety sector since. Read More

Fire doors

Concerns raised over fire door safety in healthcare environments

June 21, 2021

Door Group is calling for higher standards of fire door inspections, after concerns were raised surrounding fire safety in healthcare. Read More

Residential fire safety

FIA and NFCC release new Premises Information Box (PIB) Code of Practice for residential buildings

June 18, 2021

The FIA and National Fire Chiefs' Council have released a new Code of Practice for Premises Information Boxes (PIBs) in residential buildings.  Read More

NBS and ASFP partner up to provide support in developing specifications for passive fire protection systems

June 18, 2021

NBS and the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) have announced a new safety-based collaboration. Read More

Case study

Harris County improves security via integrated and connected solution across region’s 150 buildings

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Manchester Arena Inquiry

First report into Manchester Arena Inquiry highlights “missed opportunities” in identifying security threat

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Prosecutions

Full inquiry to be held into Cameron House hotel fatal fire which led to two deaths and £500,000 fine

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QLS (QVIS Lighting and Security) becomes distributor of Dahua products in UK & Ireland

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Fire safety guide

A practical guide to fire safety for offices

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